Golden Globes 2018: Why Was Everyone Wearing Black?

Posted by Denette Wilford on January 8, 2018

The Golden Globes are always a fun night for celebs. They're the first awards show of the year, filled with drinking and food and fashion. But the 2018 Golden Globes were very different as the women of Hollywood wore black in solidarity with the anti-harassment movement, Time's Up. This may have been the first time an awards show wasn't dominated by the fashion but, rather, a united force to be reckoned with. The females of the industry teamed up to send a message that it's time for sexual harassment and male-dominated workplaces to end, and they're ready to stand together and make that happen.

Sure, the fashion was beautiful, but there was nothing little about the LBDs. The red carpet may have went dark but that was just the dresses and suits. The stars shone bright but the Time's Up buzz they were a part of was even brighter. See which celebrities wore all black at the 2018 Golden Globes.

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    Reese Witherspoon

    Sleek and only accessorized by only the shiniest of diamonds. Reese Witherspoon took to her Instagram page to shout out: "This year, this look means so much more. Standing in solidarity. #WhyWeWearBlack #TimesUp #GoldenGlobes #YearOfChange"
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    Kerry Washington

    Strapless, sequined, and a slit that won't quit, but it's those booties I can't stop staring at. Kerry took to Instagram before the show to say: "#TIMESUP on the imbalance of power. Wondering #WhyWeWearBlack ?!?!?! Because we stand with YOU! We stand in solidarity. Together we can end harassment, discrimination & abuse. And create safety, inclusion, equity & parity! FOR ALL PEOPLE. ACROSS ALL INDUSTRIES. We are a women led campaign but we are standing for ALL marginalized people. STAND WITH US."
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    Angelina Jolie

    Flowing and feathery and freakin' awesome.

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    Saoirse Ronan

    Futuristic, and totally out of this world.
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    Viola Davis

    Velvety and buttery, one of the smoothest women around. She shared this #TimesUp note on her Instagram: "Why I Wear Black Today: Because we are grateful to the many survivors and allies who have spoken out and forced the conversation about sexual harassment, sexual assault, and gender bias into the spotlight."
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    Halle Berry

    The lace minidress is a bit ice dancer but someone was going to do it. Why not Halle?

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    Kate Hudson

    The sheer trend needs to die (we know you've seen all the celebrities in sheer outfits lately) but there's something captivating about the pattern that you can't ignore. Just ignore the granny panties.
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    Allison Janney

    She can literally do no wrong. Queen. And on her Instagram, she shared the #TimesUp note that reads: "Why I Wear Black Today: Because #TIMESUP on silence. Because #TIMESUP on waiting. Because #TIMESUP on discrimination. Because #TIMESUP on harassment. Because #TIMESUP on abuse."
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    Millie Bobby Brown

    Fun and age appropriate, but is it weird I still want it?
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    Elisabeth Moss

    Prim and proper in a fit-and-flare midi dress with jewelled Peter Pan collar. After last night's win, Elisabeth Moss posted this inspiring message on Instagram: "We will no longer live in the blank spaces at the edge of print. We will no longer live in the gaps between the stories. Not only are we now the story in print, we are writing the story ourselves."
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    Naomi Campbell

    Naomi Campbell took to Instagram to share a harrowing stat from the #TimesUp campaign: "In the last 10 years, only 4 per cent of the top-grossing directors were female. Only 7 of these directors were women of colour." In solidarity, she wore this black number. The columns, the pleating, the bow, it's all so stunning.
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    Margot Robbie

    The deep V complements the pouffy shouldered sleeves but it's the floral embellishments that wow.

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    Eva Longoria

    Pregnancy suits her, as does her tuxedo-inspired gown. After the show, Eva Longoria posted: "Oh what a night! To witness the sea of solidarity tonight filled my heart with joy. We are going to help women everywhere and across all industries to have a safer and more fair work environment. And of course I had to quote my dear friend Lin Manuel Miranda and our favorite play, “this is not a moment, it’s a movement!” #TIMESUP #WhyWeWearBlack"
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    Sarah Jessica Parker

    The satin and tulle detailing of her cocktail dress is gorge but it's the fishnet capelet that makes it very Carrie Bradshaw. She too posted about the movement on Instagram, explaining: "Out the door and on my way. In support. In solidarity. It’s time to break the silence. Watch the @goldenglobes tonight to learn more about #WhyWeWearBlack. Or head to @timesupnow to learn more and join the movement. X, SJ"
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    Gal Gadot

    The strapless ruched gown is only made more beautiful by her tuxedo jacket.

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    Kelly Clarkson

    Looking like a princess, but the one gold sleeve makes it stand out.

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    Isabelle Huppert

    Maybe the most exquisite dress in the room.
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    Gwendoline Christie

    So many textures, I want to eat this up.
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    Sharon Stone

    Like a fine, sexy wine, she only gets better with age. Only she can pull off this sheer panelling.

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    Samira Wiley

    The gold neckline transforms her strapless gown from simple to goddess.
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    Sarah Paulson

    The sequined halter and shiny full skirt are to die for.
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    Issa Rae

    Shimmering and sexy, sure, but the gathered tulle, floral detailing at the shoulders and the thigh-high slit make it dramatic AF.
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    Jessica Biel

    Sheer tulle with velvet accents sounds like it should be too much but it actually strikes the perfect balance.She walked the carpet with proud hubby Justin Timberlake, who wore a pin promoting the #TimesUp message.

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    Heidi Klum

    Heidi Klum shared this look on Instagram with "Girlpower 🖤 #timesup #equality" loud and proud. It's got a bit of a dust feather feel but Heidi can make anything work.
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    Tracee Ellis Ross

    Before the show, Tracee Ellis Ross posted: "TIME’S UP ~ can’t wait to stand in solidarity with my sisters on the carpet and around the globe!" Her satin column dress with bow halterneck would've been simple had it not been for her spectacular head wrap. Bowing down.
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    Mandy Moore

    Bringing the drama with the halter neck and scarf, and the red band belt. Mandy Moore took to Instagram to share that "the groundswell of energy around the #timesup movement was inspiring and empowering. On a fun note, this was my most favorite dress I’ve ever had the good fortune of wearing."
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    Kendall Jenner

    The front was is kind of "maternity line" but that train could stop traffic.

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    Caitriona Balfe

    Elaborate as hell but that mermaid hemline is sublime. Caitriona Balfe was vocal on her social media about standing in solidarity with her fellow actresses in wearing black.
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    Susan Kelechi Watson

    Her shimmery, wideleg, long-sleeved jumpsuit is so damn sexy, thanks to that plunging neckline.
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    Nicole Kidman

    Intricate, delicate, perfect.

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